“I chose to work with Mary because of her no-nonsense approach – no false promises, no big ego claims – just downright honesty and integrity and a delivery of results at the end. Mary is professional, reassuring and has a great sense of humour. I would highly recommend her.”

Conveyancing and Property

“I am writing to thank you for the outstanding work you did for me. Words cannot give my appreciation justice. You were superbly efficient and professional. I owe the success of my case to your dedication and perseverance, which you showed throughout the two years that you were handling my case. It goes without saying that I will always refer to your firm if the need ever arises that I shall need any legal assistance again. Once again my heartfelt thanks and appreciation.”

Partners

“We are immensely grateful to you and your team for the outcome of the court order today.
The whole process has been quite stressful, but we felt fully supported and completely guided by you. You were a good friend rather than a legal contact. Your expertise of the law and how to overcome the hurdles in this difficult case were superb.”

Trainee Solicitors

“I just wanted to say how very grateful I am to you. You've been a calm and supportive presence during what has been an enormously difficult time, and your advice has been invaluable. I'm very glad that we went down the collaborative route, and I think that your experience did much to smooth the path for everyone. Thank you.”

about Mary Shaw – Family

Conveyancers

“I thought you did a great job and I'm sure you are worth every penny to the firm and more besides! I particularly valued both you and your colleagues compassionate approach as I realise a clients emotional state can affect their thinking at the height of problems/conflict and you empathise and see through this and offer helpful solutions at times of need, which is of course over and above the pure legal aspects of the support you provide.”

Consultants

“It has been a very long and painful road to get to this point, but I can honestly say, that without the help of yourself and your firm, it most certainly would of been harder, thank you.”

about Bryony Rest – Immigration

Paralegals

Our Team

“Thanks very much for your help and support and most of all pushing me to the bitter end. I couldn't of done it without you and would highly recommend David Gray Solicitors and of course yourself.”

about Ailsa Gilhespy – Family

Representation at Crown Court

Representation at Crown court by an excellent team. Crown court crime specialists with many years experience in representation. Based in Newcastle and South Shields, we represent throughout the North East and beyond. Our solicitors represent defendants across the full range of criminal offences including murder, rape, sexual offences, extensive drug importations and supply, violent crime, white-collar crime and regulatory offences.

If you face serious criminal charges, you need our expert high quality representation. We are consistently given top ranking in the Legal 500 directory. A team of specialists will ensure proper preparation of your case – winning is often in the attention to detail.

Why Crown court?

Your case may be heard in the Crown court if it is so serious it can only be heard there, or the offence is of a type where the defendant is given a choice about where he wishes to be tried. In the Crown court, a trial takes place before a judge and jury.

Our Higher Court Advocates have an excellent track record of successfully defending people in the Crown court., Appeal court and High court.

Funding

We provide advice and representation through private funding or legal aid. We will advise you fully of your options and assist with a legal aid application if necessary.

Contact our Crime team at our offices in Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields. If you are facing serious criminal charges, early specialist advice is crucial. Our Crime team can be contacted at any time. In an emergency contact our Out of Hours Service directly on 07764929487